outboard kickup

gbrian

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Apr 24, 2016
35
Macgregor 26s TRAILERABLE
when in reverse gear, my 9.9 mariner outboard wants to kickup to the point where the prop will come out of the water. Whassup?
 
Oct 24, 2010
2,405
Hunter 30 Everett, WA
I'm not sure about your particular motor but there should be a hook that goes over the tilt rod when you put it in reverse. You should be able to see it if you look behind the motor mount.

Ken
 

Joe

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Jun 1, 2004
8,313
Catalina 27 Mission Bay, San Diego
Check the release lever for the tilt up bracket. When you lower the motor it should be engaged to lock it down.... if you don't want the motor locked down, don't gun the engine in reverse.